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The Fool
1990·Movie
The Fool fingerprint
Funny, strong craft.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Romance5
- Pathos5
- Hopefulness5
Humor
Plenty of satire and sharp wit
- Satire & Parody8
- Wit & Wordplay7
- Dark Humor6
World
Class and money, history, and society
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout dialogue
- Dialogue Quality8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and sharp wit
Expect plenty of satire and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumClass and money, history, and society
Its world is built around class and money, history, and society.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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About
A costume drama / satire about financial skull-duggery, and confidence tricksters in both the upper and lower classes in Victorian London. A working class man impersonates a lord who is supposedly very rich and a financial wizard. As such he is invited to all the best peoples' parties.
Victorian LondonFinancial SkullduggeryConfidence TrickstersClass WarfareSatiricalCostume DramaImpersonationSocial Commentary
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Is The Fool worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Fool?
2 h 20 min
The Fool runs 2 h 20 min.
Was The Fool a box office hit?
Budget$8 million
Box office$79,139
No. It cost about $8 million to make and earned $79,139 worldwide, 1% of its budget.
What language is The Fool in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.